PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1993
SUBDIVISIONS
(#158 & #159)
The Board of County Commissioners met at 9:00 a.m. in regular session
with John Barnett, Director of Planning. Chairman Hotchkiss presided;
Commissioners Disney and Duvall were present. Also present were: Russ
Legg, Development Processing Administrator; Al Kadera, Subdivision
Administrator; Elaine Spencer, Director of General Engineering Services;
Jeannine Haag, Assistant County Attorney; and Bill Gordon, County
Administrator. Recording Clerk, S. Graves.
Mr. Barnett noted that the Windemere Acres Subdivision Preliminary Plat
Item has been withdrawn by the applicant.
Mr. Barnett stated that the following is a consent item and will not be
discussed unless requested by the Commissioners and members of the
audience.
1. GINDLER STREET NAME REQUEST - #93-020220: LOCATION 08-06-69; FA-1
FARMING ZONING (2-22-93)
This is a request to name a road to serve 35 acre tracts; the proposed
street name is Gindler Ranch Road. Staff Findings include: 1) The
proposed street name "Gindler Ranch Road" is a unique street name in
this area; 2) The proposed street name has been reviewed and approved by
all appropriate reviewing agencies.
Staff Recommendation is for Approval of the proposed street name
"Gindler Ranch Road" for a previously unnamed street south of Horsetooth
Reservoir.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board adopt the Staff Findings and
Recommendation and approve the Gindler Street Name Request (#93-020220).
Motion carried 3 - 0.
2. PROUTY MINOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (#92-EX0186): NW 1/4 OF
5-08-68; SOUTH SIDE OF COUNTY ROAD 62 ABOUT 1/2 MILE WEST
OF THE INTERSECTION OF COUNTY ROAD 62 AND COLORADO HIGHWAY 1;
58 ACRES; 4 LOTS; O-OPEN ZONING (2-22-93)
This is a request to divide a 58-acre parcel into four lots of 10, 10,
10, and 28 acres for single family dwellings. Mr. Kadera reviewed the
major issues and concerns. Staff Findings are: 1) The proposed Prouty
Minor Residential Development is consistent with the zoning of the site,
with existing development in the area, and with the minimum requirements
of the Subdivision Resolution; 2) The County Engineer has reviewed this
proposal and made certain recommendations with respect to the access to
the proposed lots; 3) Approval of the Prouty Minor Residential
Development, with the following conditions, will not result in any
significant negative impacts on surrounding properties, utility
services, transportation facilities, or the natural environment; 4)
Prouty Minor Residential Development was submitted prior to the February
1, 1993, Amendment to the Minor Residential Development process.
Bryan Prouty, applicant, addressed the Board and requested two
exceptions to the road requirements: 1) A 20-foot road with 1-foot
shoulders instead of 22 feet with 4-foot shoulders; and 2) The
cul-de-sac be moved from the end of the third lot to the beginning of
the third lot because of a small rise in the middle of the third lot
would cause the end of the cul-de-sac to be out of sight until the
driver was within 200 feet of the end. Ms. Spencer noted that the
22-foot road with 4-foot shoulders is the absolute minimum allowed. A
letter received from the Martins, adjacent property owners, with
concerns of future subdividing and sufficient irrigation water for all
was discussed. Following lengthy discussion, the Staff Recommendations
were amended as follows:
Denial of the Variance request to allow the street standard proposed by
the applicant; Approval of the Variance request to allow a dead end of
1,400 feet, rather than 660 feet, with the condition that the
construction of the access be in strict conformance with the minimum
requirements established by the Larimer County Road Standards and Policy
Manual, unless such conditions are modified and approved by the County
Engineer; and Approval of the Prouty Minor Residential Development, with
the following conditions: 1) The water line improvements and road
construction shall be included in a Subdivision Improvements Agreement,
which is secured by appropriate collateral. The Subdivision
Improvements Agreement shall be fully executed before the Final Plat is
recorded; 2) The method of fire protection, either sprinkler systems or
on-site storage, shall be noted on the Final Plat; 3) The following
notes shall appear on the Final Plat: A) Engineered foundation plans
shall be required for all construction on this site; B) The results of a
radon detection test shall be submitted to the Planning Division before
a Certificate of Occupancy is issued for any residential structure on
this site; C) Larimer County Park Fees shall be paid when building
permits are issued for single family dwellings on each lot; D) Section
2.8 Off-Site Road Fees of $6,648 shall be paid when building permits are
issued for single family dwellings on each lot; 4) The applicant shall
execute a written agreement with North Poudre Irrigation Company
concerning access and maintenance of irrigation facilities on this site;
5) Before the Final Plat is recorded, the boundary line dispute with the
adjacent properties shall be resolved; 6) Prior to recording the Final
Plat, the applicant shall submit an irrigation plan which addresses the
delivery and maintenance of irrigation water to the proposed lots;
applicant shall also submit to the County Attorney's Office for review
an agreement which addresses rights of adjacent property owners with
respect to irrigation water.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board adopt the Staff Findings and
Amended Staff Recommendations and Conditions and approve the Prouty
Minor Residential Development (#92-EX0186).
Motion carried 3 - 0.
3. WORKSESSION - ADRIEL HILLS:
Mr. Kadera reviewed the history and provided an update on Adriel Hills
Condominiums which will appear on next week's Planning Agenda. Mr.
Kadera noted that many of the concerns have been addressed and resolved,
but next Monday a Site Plan for the 16th Supplement to the Overall
Filing for Adriel Hills will be brought before the Board and items to be
addressed will be to ascertain if building code requirements have been
met, and that signoffs from all utilities have been obtained from County
Engineering and for drainage.
4. NON-AGENDA ITEMS DISCUSSED:
A) Request from Division of Wildlife - Mr. Gordon noted that a meeting
has been scheduled with Planning, Engineering, the Sheriff, and the
Division of Wildlife on March 2, 1993 to discuss Douglas Lake.
B) Request for Action on Hohnholz Reservoir Lease: Mr. Legg requested
Board approval for a letter of support stating that Hohnholz Lakes are a
valuable resource to the Larimer County citizens.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the letter of support
and recommendation by the Division of Wildlife to renegotiate the lease
for the Hohnholz Lakes.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
C) Public Hearing on Enterprise Zone: Mr. Barnett asked the Board
whether or not a Public Hearing should be held on Enterprise Zones. The
application for the Enterprise Zone is pending and it is anticipated
that changes will be made in the application--additional areas may be
eligible, including Estes Park and Berthoud, and it would be appropriate
to have a Public Hearing on these revisions. It was recommended that
the Overall Economic Development Committee be the appropriate advisory
group for this process to be continued. CONSENSUS OF THE BOARD was to
refer this matter to the Overall Economic Development Committee to
consider having a Public Hearing on the Enterprise Zone to review the
original application and any revisions.
D) Senate Bill 67: Mr. Barnett stated that it would be appropriate for
the Board to contact their Senators and Representatives to voice
concerns regarding Senate Bill 67--the Bill which would raise the
35-acre designation to 160 acres.
E) Policy for Meeting with Developers: Commissioner Disney requested
guidance regarding policy for meeting with developers prior to meetings
concerning land-use items. Ms. Haag stated there is no problem with
visiting the site, but disclosure of such a visit and any information
gained from the visit should be shared publicly with the audience at the
land-use meeting.
F) Design Review Overlay Zone: Commissioner Disney questioned whether
Larimer County could adopt a Design Review Overlay Zone to apply some
covenants to development to prevent building on top of ridge lines
noting that "visual landscape is a basic resource which must be
preserved". Ms. Haag will research this concept to see if it can be
included in our Master Plan.
G) Planning and Legal Worksession: Commissioner Duvall proposed to Ms.
Haag that a Planning/Legal Worksession be scheduled to discuss what the
Board can and cannot do, where policy exists or does not exist, etc.
The meeting recessed at 11:15 a.m.
MEETING WITH PARKS AND RECREATION TO REVIEW PARKS MASTER PLAN
(#159 @ 2523)
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened at 1:30 p.m. in regular
session with John MacFarlane, Director of Parks. Chairman Hotchkiss
presided; Commissioners Disney and Duvall were present. Also present
were: K-Lynn Cameron, Parks Planner; Members of the Parks Board; and
Bill Gordon, County Administrator. Recording Clerk, S. Graves.
Ms. Cameron reviewed the Comprehensive Parks Department Master Plan as
developed by EDAW and a Citizens Task Force; Ms. Cameron noted that
Larimer County is one of the fastest growing counties in the country and
that the parks in Larimer County are nearing capacity. Ms. Cameron
reviewed the process followed for developing this Master Plan and the
eight options considered for adoption. After conducting a Larimer
County Parks Survey, the option chosen by the Task Force was to maintain
the current system at an acceptable level and expand the system to
include trails and open space. The Task Force developed a Mission
Statement and goals and objectives; the Mission Statement states in part
that the mission of Larimer County Parks is to provide high-quality
outdoor recreational opportunities for present and future residents of
the County and its visitors. The goals under the Mission Statement were
outlined; provide diverse opportunities for water-based recreation,
protect open space within the County, coordinate the development of a
regional trail system, provide a safe and high quality experience for
all users of county parks and facilities, and provide adequate funding
and make the most of resources.
Ms. Cameron broke down by percentage the funding sources and potential
funding increase strategy; such as, increase in user fees, Colorado
Lottery, one-cent sales tax, land dedication, grants, etc. Ms. Cameron
noted that currently in the master planning process they are in the long
extended public review process; meeting with all the cities and towns,
parks and recreation boards, service clubs, to spread the information to
as many people as possible and to incorporate their ideas into the plan.
Ms. Cameron will be coming back to the Board in late Spring asking for
the Board's recommendation to send the Master Plan onto the Planning
Commission, so the Planning Department and the Parks Department can work
together in the implementation of this Plan thru the development review
process.
Mr. Ken Ashley, former Parks Board Chairman, thanked the Citizen's Task
Force for all their time and effort in putting together this Master Plan
which is acceptable to Staff, the Parks Board, and the Board of County
Commissioners. Chairman Hotchkiss also thanked the Task Force and noted
they have done a great job in laying out the options. Commissioner
Disney suggested the Parks Department explore the idea of obtaining
ISTEA funding.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Duvall moved that the Board of County Commissioners adopt
Option 7 of the Comprehensive Parks Master Plan to maintain the current
system at an acceptable level and expand the system to include limited
trails and open space, extend the Board's appreciation to the Citizen's
Task Force for their dedication and involvement, and let the Staff know
they are heading in the right direction.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
After reviewing anticipated proposed increases in personnel, operating
and management, and capital expenses for the Parks Department for 1993,
Mr. MacFarlane requested Board approval of an additional $129,375 to be
derived from the Parks Conservation Trust Fund; currently having a
balance of $546,730. Mr. MacFarlane noted that the Parks Board has
reviewed this expenditure increase and recommends approval. Much
discussion followed.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the additional budget
request of $129,375 for the Parks Department for 1993; but cautioned Mr.
MacFarlane to delay payout as much as possible until the effects of
Amendment #1 are determined. Monies for this expenditure will be
derived from the Conservation Trust Fund.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
The meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1993
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (HHS) QUARTERLY MEETING
(#161)
The Board of County Commissioners met at 9:30 a.m. in regular session
with Paul Cooper, HHS Chairman and Director of Community Corrections.
Chairman Hotchkiss presided; Commissioners Disney and Duvall were
present. Also present were the following HHS Council Members: Neil
Gluckman, ETS Director; Dr. Adrienne LeBailly, Director Health
Department; Doug Keasling, Director Social Services; Dr. Keith Olson,
Director Mental Health; and Bill Gordon, County Administrator.
Recording Clerk, S. Graves.-
Mr. Cooper reviewed the history and organization of the HHS Council and
noted that the key components of the Mission Statement are
communications and coordination between the Departments of Community
Corrections, Employment and Training Services, Health, Human
Development, Mental Health, and Social Services. Mr. Cooper outlined
the tenure, duties and responsibilities of the Chairman and
Vice-Chairman of the HHS Council and the 1992 goals and accomplishments
were reviewed for the new Commissioners.
Discussion ensued regarding future direction for the HHS Council.
Commissioner Duvall queried whether there was a way to measure
accomplishments in protecting and improving the quality of life for
individuals and families in the County and wondered if it is possible to
measure "outcomes" for such things as affordable housing, availability
of affordable health care, juvenile crime, etc. Chairman Hotchkiss
stated we need to identify the magnitude of these problems and determine
what is our responsibility to solve. Commissioner Disney asked if it
was possible to prepare a spectrum-impact statement, such as an
environmental impact statement, and he would like to address the
perception of duplication/effectiveness of services.
It was noted that process rather than issues will be discussed at the
County Retreat and Commissioner Duvall expressed interest in having a
worksession with legal counsel sometime in the future to determine the
Board's legal position with regard to taking a stand on issues.
The meeting adjourned at 10:35 a.m.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1993
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
(#162)
The Board of County Commissioners met at 9:30 a.m. in regular session
with Bill Gordon, County Administrator. Chairman Hotchkiss presided;
Commissioners Disney and Duvall were present. Also present were: Rena
Mackrill, Director of Human Development; Carol Gillespie, Community
Programming Director; Char Jockman, CHAT Coordinator; and Linda Coxen,
District Attorney Office Administrator. Recording Clerk, S. Graves.
1. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL AND SIGNATURE ON THE 1993 COMMUNITY SERVICES
BLOCK GRANT (CSBG) WORK PLAN: Ms. Gillespie requested Board approval of
the 1993 CSBG Work Plan and noted the Plan is the same as presented the
past three years. Ms. Gillespie stated that the grant is based on
poverty population and the allocation was increased by $10,000 this
year. No County funds are required for this request.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Duvall moved that the Board approve the 1993 Community
Services Block Grant Work Plan, as requested, and authorized the
Chairman to sign same.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION REGARDING THE "LARIMER
COUNTY YOUTH OUTREACH PROJECT": Ms. Coxen requested Board approval of a
grant application for the Larimer County Youth Outreach Project. The
purpose of the grant is to create a County-based outreach center to
facilitate the entry and dissemination for all information and services
available for prevention and intervention of tobacco and alcohol use and
abuse for youth in Larimer County. Much discussion followed.
Commissioner Duvall expressed her concern that with this grant
application a complete new program is being developed and she would like
to see coordination with Team Fort Collins, Loveland, and the DARE
Program. CONSENSUS OF THE BOARD was to defer action on this matter
until a meeting can be scheduled with John Mudgett, Substance Abuse
Prevention Coordinator and promoter of this grant, to ascertain if this
program can be incorporated with one already existing to prevent
duplication of operational costs.
3. WORKSESSION:
-- Cultural Conservancy Information Item: Mr. Gordon informed the Board
that the Cultural Conservancy has been successful in obtaining the $600
matching funds necessary to comply with the Commissioners grant
conditions; therefore, the County will issue a check for $1,317.50 for
their portion of the grant for the work session this week. Mr. Gordon
also issued an invitation to the Board from Mary Palmer to attend a
worksession in the Department of Human Development to be held at 1:30
p.m. on February 26, 1993.
-- House Bill 1038: Ms. Rodenberger, Larimer County Clerk and Recorder,
wanted to inform the Board that she is going to testify next week for
House Bill 1038 and wondered if the Board had objections because this
increase in revenue (approximately $200,000), for one-half year, may be
a concern because of Amendment #1. CONSENSUS OF THE BOARD was to take a
neutral position on this matter.
-- PILT Legislation: The Board received a request from the Director of
CCI to write a letter of support to Senators Campbell and Brown and
Congressman Allard requesting them to co-sponsor federal legislation
related to Federal Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT). The Board directed
Mr. Gordon to write a letter of support for this request for the
Commissioners to sign.
-- Stanley Hotel Roof Repairs: Commissioner Disney received a request
for the Board to send a letter of support to the Colorado Historical
Society supporting the application for a grant proposal for roof repairs
on the Stanley Hotel.
-- Combined Communication Services: On November 9, 1992, Sheriff
Shockley was directed by the Board to take the leadership role in
determining interest and participation efforts of all service providers
in Larimer County in contracting for an analysis and study to design a
plan and cost figures for a combined communication center and report
back to the Board within sixty days. Today, Sheriff Shockley reported
that the Poudre Emergency Communications Center is willing to fund 25%
of a study up to $25,000; this includes Poudre Valley Hospital, Fort
Collins Police, and Poudre Valley Fire;butd no one else is willing to
fund this study. The cost of the study is between $20,000 and $80,000.
Due to lack of interest and cooperation, Commissioner Disney and Sheriff
Shockley will meet to decide the next course of action.
4. DOCUMENT REVIEW: The following documents, of a routine nature, were
considered by the Board:
MINUTES/AGENDA
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the Minutes for the
week of February 15, 1993, as amended, and the Agenda for the week of
March 1, 1993, as submitted.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve Petitions for Abatement
for Timberline Tech Center, Inc., and Commercial Federal Savings, as
recommended by the County Assessor, Stephen Miller.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the following
miscellaneous documents: Vista Bonita 6th Amended Plat; Blakeslee Minor
Residential Development Plat; Ranch Acres Amended Plat; Amended Plat of
Lot 21 of the Replat of Lots 2, 3, 4 and 5 of the Replat of Part of
Block 2 and a Part of Block 3 of Boxelder Estates First Filing, and the
East 36.66 Feet of Lot 1 of the Replat of a Part of Block 2 and a Part
of Block 3 of Boxelder Estates First Filing; Audrey's Acres Minor
Residential Development Plat; Tiley Minor Residential Development Plat;
and the Statement of the Semi-Annual Condition of Larimer County to the
Board of County Commissioners by the County Treasurer of Larimer County.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
LIQUOR LICENSES: County Approval was granted to Mulberry Inn - 6% -
Fort Collins, CO.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board approve the following
documents:
A93-20 AGREEMENT CONCERNING ROAD IMPROVEMENTS ON COUNTY ROAD 38E
BETWEEN THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND DARRYL D. KIMMEL
AND MARY K. KANE (Project #169)
D93-04 DEED OF DEDICATION BY JOHN W. DAY FAMILY PARTNERSHIP (Dedication
of Portion of Property to be Used as Public Highway -
(Project #175)
D93-05 DEED OF DEDICATION BY HOLNAM, INC. (Dedication of Portion of
Property to be Used as Public Highway - Project #145)
R93-26s FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE PLAT OF AUDREY'S ACRES
MINOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
R93-27s FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF KOTIN
SUBDIVISION
R93-28s FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE PLAT OF FEIGHNER MINOR
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
R93-29s FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF
A WATER EASEMENT OF WINDCLIFF ESTATES SUBDIVISION
R93-30s FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE EXTENSION OF PRELIMINARY
PLAT APPROVAL OF SADDLEBACK SUBDIVISION, PHASES II, III & IV
Motion carried 3 - 0.
The meeting recessed at 11:00 a.m.
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened at 2:00 p.m. in regular
session to make appointments to County Boards and Commissions. Chairman
Hotchkiss presided; Commissioners Disney and Duvall were present. Also
present were Bill Gordon, County Administrator and Joan Duchene,
Secretary to the Commissioners. Recording Clerk, S. Graves.
M O T I O N
Commissioner Disney moved that the Board make appointments and
re-appointments to the following Advisory Boards and Committees:
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT: Reappoint Harry Halfacre as alternate for a 1 year
term ending 12/31/93. Appoint Phil B. Mazur as alternate for a 1 year
term ending 12/31/93, and Patrick Fitzsimmons for 3 year term.
BOARD OF APPEALS: Reappoint James A. Cox and Roger R. Dechairo as a
regular member each for a 3 year term ending 12/31/95, and appoint
Harold Miller as an alternate member for the remainder of his term
ending 12/31/93.
BOARD OF HEALTH: Reappoint Kenneth Curtis, Jr., M.D. for a 5 year term
ending 2/11/98. Appoint Commissioner Jim Disney as Liaison Member.
BOARD OF MENTAL HEALTH: Reappoint Cheryl Nichols for a 3 year term
ending 12/31/95. Appoint Fran Riggenberg and Jane Lovejoy, each for a 1
year term ending 12/31/93; and Dr. Peggy Pettit for a 3 year term ending
12/31/95.
EXTENSION ADVISORY BOARD: Rita Bennett's term re-established as a 3 year
term ending 12/31/95.
OVERALL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: Reappoint Brian Buell, Alan
Cunningham, Vern Sunset, and Chris Zell each for a 3 year term ending
12/31/95. Appoint Commissioner Duvall as Liaison to this Committee.
PLACEMENT ALTERNATIVES COMMISSION: Reappoint Joni Friedman and Galen
Kirchmer each for a 3 year term ending 12/31/95. Appoint Caroline
Westers and Al Sharon each for a 3 year term ending 12/31/95.
PLANNING COMMISSION: Appoint Edward Haimes and Michael Doten each for a
3 year term ending 12/31/95.
WEED CONTROL DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Reappoint Gilbert Aronoff, Dr.
George Beck, Beatrice Boner, Connie Lynn Ludwig, and Oscar H. Schmunk
each for a 1 year term ending 12/31/93. Appoint Ken Wood for a 1 year
term ending 12/31/93.
Motion carried 3 - 0.
CONSENSUS OF THE BOARD was that next year when appointments are made,
each Department Head will be requested to be present to make
recommendations and be available for questions. Also, it was suggested
that the application form be revised.
The meeting recessed at 3:50 p.m. and continued at 9:00 a.m. on Friday,
February 26, 1993 and adjourned at 10:00 a.m.
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COURTLYN W. HOTCHKISS, CHAIRMAN
( S E A L ) BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST:
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Sherry E. Graves, Deputy County Clerk
